One can buy "save the date postcards" in every copyshop. Another possibility is to purchase them online in the different online-shops, which are specialised in printing such cards.
You should send "save the date" cards to only those you will be inviting
Save the date cards are basically the same thing as an invitation. However save the date cards can be made much more personalized as you can make one to fit any theme.
Put the names of the bride and groom as well as the confirmed date of the wedding. Save the date cards proceed the invitation and will not have detailed information as it may not yet be available.
Shutterfly.com or Weddingpaperdivas.com has great save the date cards and so many different styles to choose from. You can personalize them any way you choose.
Most game cards have a specific validity period. It depends on which game card you purchase. I purchase game cards online and they have to be redeemed within one year from the date of purchase from the retailer.
No you do not have to send save the date card. Most wedding I have been invited to I have only Two brides send out save the date cards.
There are many stores that provide wedding products. In the UK John Lewis provides these cards and Walmart also do them if you are in the US. Most card providers should have this product.
Typically, a save the date post card are for formal events such as weddings. The post cards are designed to be quickly sent out so people can reserve the date of the event. These are not official invitations though. The save the date cards are a good way to get information out early before planning is completed.
A Save the Date card is usually used in relation to weddings. It is sent out to guests before invitations to remind them to keep that date in the calender free.
I have found Microsoft Word to have great templates for save the date cards. Word makes using this software easy and very affordable to do yourself at home.
Search for wedding websites or party websites that sell the save the date card. You'll probably need to provide a credit card if you want your cards personalized and sent to your home.